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This is a fantastic permanent opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking team at a highly regarded private school. Are you an experienced English educator with the skills to lead a department, create engaging lessons, and nurture a positive learning environment? If so, this role is perfect for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the English department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
- Develop and deliver an inspiring English curriculum that fosters a love of learning and academic achievement.
- Support the development of students' skills, attributes, and mindsets, preparing them for success in the future.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the school to deliver a cohesive educational experience.
- Foster a culture of inclusion, promoting equal opportunities and diversity considerations both in the classroom and within the workplace.
- Attend regular team and department meetings, contributing to the continuous development of the school's vision and academic strategy.
- Engage in professional development opportunities and work towards further qualifications to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Ensure the wellbeing and safeguarding of students in line with the school's policies and procedures.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Pension scheme (TPS or LGPS).
- Fee remission for children of staff.
- Death in Service benefit.
- Medicash health plan to help with everyday health costs.
- Free hot lunches and refreshments (including vegetarian options, bistro dishes, and salad bar).
- Free car parking.
- Staff rewards scheme with discounts on hospitality and retail.
- Access to 24/7 employee assistance programme for lifestyle and well-being support.
- Free access to sports facilities (including gym).
- A range of well-being activities such as fitness classes, massage, and beauty treatments.
- Modern and friendly staff room facilities with a variety of social activities for staff.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Staff recognition and reward schemes.
- Cycle to work scheme.
To be considered, suitable candidates will need to meet the following criteria:
- A degree in English or a relevant subject area.
- Proven experience of teaching GCSE English (essential).
- Teaching qualifications (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) or a willingness to work towards them with support.
- A good basic general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C or above.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with students effectively.
- Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) is advantageous.
- Ability to work as part of a team and use IT effectively in the classroom.
If you're ready to make a positive impact on students' lives and contribute to a culture of growth and learning, apply now!
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to strict vetting and screening checks, including a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.
